Sovereignty on the Line: The Legal and Political Dimensions of the Iraqi Map at the United Nations

2026-02-24T08:58:13+00:00

The file of the Iraq-Kuwait borders is considered one of the most sensitive files in Iraqi diplomacy, especially following the recent developments represented by Iraq depositing official maps and documents with the United Nations to consolidate its vision regarding its maritime and land borders. This step is not merely an administrative procedure, but rather a sovereign declaration that carries within it long-term strategic and legal objectives. First: The Essence of the Iraqi Move (Depositing the Map) The Iraqi step is based on the desire to preserve Iraq's remaining maritime outlet, especially in the Khor Abdullah and the Floating Dock (Al-Fasht) area. [Read More]